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MUSC Health · 5 months ago

Lead Sterile Processing Technician

Charleston

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Medical University of South Carolina is a healthcare institution seeking a Lead Sterile Processing Technician. This role involves managing the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations and quality standards.

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Responsibilities

Performs instrument production, case assembly, sterile processing, decontamination of surgical instruments in compliance with medical center policies and procedures, state, local and federal requirements

Participates in quality improvement initiatives

Functions as a preceptor to new hires

Assumes role of supervisor in supervisor’s absence

Manages the reprocessing cycle for surgical instrumentation, including disassembly, decontamination, disinfection, inspection, testing, assembly, packaging, labeling, and sterilization

Cares for and operates ultrasonic cleaners, washers, sterilizers, and other equipment

Completes quality monitoring and documentation

Performs quality assurance activities

Responsible for supply inventory management and clinic instrument rounds

Mentoring, training, coaching, and role modeling of new Sterile Processing Technicians

Serves as leader for the department to promote teamwork within the department and with other departments

Performs all duties with a commitment to excellence in quality and customer service

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

CRCST certificationCBSPD certificationSterile processing experienceQuality assurance activitiesLeadership experienceBasic computer skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail orientedEffective communication

Required

Possessing an SPD-Relevant Certification (CRCST or CBSPD)

Minimum of 2 years of SPD experience

Graduate of high school or GED equivalency examination

Must be certified and maintain a certification in sterile processing as a CRCST - HSPA or CBSPD

Ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of processes

Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing

Basic computer skills required

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high pressure health care environment

Excellent interpersonal skills required

Detail oriented required

Ability to perform job functions while standing

Ability to perform job functions while sitting

Ability to perform job functions while walking

Ability to climb stairs

Ability to work indoors

Ability to work outside in temperature extremes

Ability to work from elevated areas

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions

Ability to bend at the waist

Ability to twist at the waist

Ability to squat and perform job functions

Ability to perform 'pinching' operations

Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands

Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands

Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands

Ability to reach overhead

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders

Ability to fully use both legs

Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination

Ability to reach in all directions

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted

Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted

Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs

Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force

Ability to maintain vision 20/40 corrected

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance

Ability to match or discriminate between colors

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception

Good peripheral vision capabilities

Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements

Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations

Ability to work rotating shifts

Ability to work overtime as required

Ability to work in a latex safe environment

Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions

Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required

Preferred

Certified Healthcare Leader (CHL) certification

Leadership, supervisory or management experience

Company

MUSC Health

MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.

Founded in 1824

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

10001+ employees